Momling Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 For the past few years we've used Math Minutes as a quick daily review. I like that it's short, easy, and on mixed topics. It helps my daughter keep things fresh in her mind. Unfortunately, it only goes through an 8th grade (pre-algebra) level. I'd like to continue this next year as we dig further into Algebra and Geometry. Any ideas for a quick spiral daily review math book that is at an algebra 1 and higher level? I will cross-post on the high school board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erin Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 I realize this isn't quite what you're looking for, but we call that "Saxon" at our house... Personally, that's a big part of why we USE Saxon--the spiral review. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wapiti Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 Maths Mate sells a pad of review sheets for upper levels. My dd's school used these. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erin Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 Maybe I'm missing something, but why not just use a series that incorporates it? Surely there are others than just Saxon that function this way... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momling Posted June 2, 2014 Author Share Posted June 2, 2014 Thanks! Maths mate looks great. Saxon is fine too, but I don't want to use a whole other math program. Does Saxon put out just a non-intimidating quickie worksheet type review or is it only the full textbook? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momling Posted June 2, 2014 Author Share Posted June 2, 2014 Maybe I'm missing something, but why not just use a series that incorporates it? Surely there are others than just Saxon that function this way... We totally could use Saxon, but I would hate switching from one series to another when what we're using now (Foerster Algebra) is working fine. I just want to continue to add in a little daily review to keep up old skills. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murrayshire Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 MM has just the worksheets for algebra..... http://www.mathmammoth.com/worksheets/algebra_1.php Ixl.com has all grades, algebra, and geometry practices...... http://www.ixl.com Critical Thinking has algebra and geometry workbooks..... http://www.criticalthinking.com/algebra-test-prep-and-review-book.html http://www.criticalthinking.com/understanding-geometry.html http://www.criticalthinking.com/mathematical-reasoning-middle-school-supplement.html 😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momling Posted June 4, 2014 Author Share Posted June 4, 2014 Just as a follow-up... According to an email from the company, the Maths Mate series can't be bought by individuals. Only school districts. :glare: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3andme Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 It looks like you might be able to purchase the digital pdf version of the Maths Mates from the Australian website. The FAQ says individuals can purchase them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wildiris Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 Math Mates FAQs: Can I order Maths Mate materials if I am not a teacher?• Anyone can order Maths Mate materials for private use with individual students, at home or other institutions.• The Maths Mate resources are available for purchase online or at any bookshop.• The sale of teacher resource materials is restricted to schools and other educational institutions. This program does go higher than 8th grade. I've considered adding Horizons Math as review for my DD going into 6th grade, but this will add a lot more work and time to her day. We tried this in 4th grade. DD liked Horizons but never finished the text. Math Mates looks to be more comprehensive than Math Minutes. Math Mates seems to have just the right amount of review of basic concepts, but no word problems and there are only 32 pages of review. Hummmm. Math Mates and Singapore Challenging Word Problems might be my ticket for review next year. Decisions, decisions..... I found this surfing around online: Sixth-Grade Math Minutes One Hundred Minutes to Better Basic Skills This is a PDF file of a book with an answer key at the end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wapiti Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 FWIW, the Maths Mate pages are double-sided, for a total of 32 problems for a weekly review (I just glanced at the Blue and Mauve levels that dd used a couple years ago). Usually, the last one or two problems are challenging/puzzlers. It does include some word problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wildiris Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 FWIW, the Maths Mate pages are double-sided, for a total of 32 problems for a weekly review (I just glanced at the Blue and Mauve levels that dd used a couple years ago). Usually, the last one or two problems are challenging/puzzlers. It does include some word problems. Thanks for the comment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arcadia Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 Math Mates seems to have just the right amount of review of basic concepts, but no word problems and there are only 32 pages of review. Math Mates Skill Builders has simple word problems. Links are to full pdf Math Mates Skill Builders Blue/Green (405 pages) Math Mates Skill Builders Mauve/Lime (471 pages) ETA: can't get it to link correctly using link tool http://www.mrvmath.com/MATH'S%20MATE.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momling Posted June 5, 2014 Author Share Posted June 5, 2014 Awesome - thanks!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3andme Posted June 5, 2014 Share Posted June 5, 2014 All the skillbuilders are available here as well sorted by topic. Just to clarify for those who haven't used Math Mates. The student is to complete the 2 sided worksheet and then have it scored. If the student scores poorly on a particular topic, then they should use the skillbuilder worksheets as a refresher. The worksheets are coded so you can tell which particular skills are used in each problem and the scoring sheets also indicate the appropriate skillbuilders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murrayshire Posted June 7, 2014 Share Posted June 7, 2014 I just wanted to pop in and share this link that Boscopup shared on another thread. These are totally free! Goes through 8th grade...... https://www.aea267.k12.ia.us/math/resources/daily-routines Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pen Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 listening in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pen Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 listening in We are a bit behind you and thinking of trying Math Minutes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Targhee Posted June 10, 2014 Share Posted June 10, 2014 There were a few things in the Math's Mate samples that are cultural (coinage, and I don't know anything about cricket). Just something to be aware of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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